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The following data is obtained from a 46-year-old female patient:   % Predicted FVC 55% FEV1 50% FEV1/FVC 91% RV 77% TLC 69% DLCO 61% Which of the following disorders could present with these results?

Dr. X has ordered a 6-minute walk test for Mr. Jackson.  His resting Sp02 was 92% on room air (RA).  During ambulation, his Sp02 is between 89-90%.  What does this indicate?

Mr. Green has a BP of 81/ 65, is diaphoretic, and has the following rhythm.  What is the appropriate treatment?      

After feeling a sudden chest pain and SOB while lifting weights, a 37-year-old man drove himself to the ER.  After  starting oxygen therapy on the patient, the respiratory therapist performed a physical exam.  Pertinent findings included a hyperresonant percussion note on the right side and tracheal shift to the left.  Based on these findings, what is the patient’s most likely problem?

A patient with a fixed upper airway obstruction undergoes full pulmonary function testing.  In which of the following values can the extent of the upper airway obstruction be assessed?

The following data is obtained from a 50-year-old male patient:   % Predicted FVC 51% FEV1 47% FEV1/FVC 92% RV 60% TLC 54% DLCO 85% Which of the following disorders could present with these results?

The FEF25-75% is an early indicator of which of the following?

Mr. Clark presented to the ER this morning complaining of SOB.  He has since been admitted to the Step Down Unit.  His V/Q Scan was positive for a Pulmonary Embolism.  Dr. X has ordered a ECG.  What is the most appropriate course of action?

A patient is found unresponsive and no pulse is detected.  CPR is initiated and the following rhythm is detected: What is the most appropriate action?

Which of the following external recruiting sources is useful for finding both active and passive job seekers?